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Jimmy Carter marks his 99th birthday with 99 new American citizens

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Jimmy Carter marks his 99th birthday with 99 new American citizens

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From Willie Nelson to Joe Biden: here’s who wished Carter a ‘happy birthday’

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Congress averted a government shutdown. Here is how Georgia lawmakers voted

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Police: 14-year-old shot in Lithonia, dies on way to hospital

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OPINION: The staggering loss of life is too much

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Opinion: Problems have plagued Fulton jails for decades

Jails in crisis across U.S. try mix of approaches

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Appeals court pauses Atlanta VC fund grant for Black women

Judge dumps injunction bid in Atlanta VC fund discrimination case

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5 things learned in Georgia Tech’s loss to Bowling Green

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15-year-old shot to death outside metro Atlanta high school football game

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With Kentucky next, No. 1 Georgia looks to tighten run defense

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As student loan payments resume, Georgia borrowers reach for wallets

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Gridlock Guy: A traffic pet peeve unfit for a NASCAR guy

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Here’s what you need to know as Braves get ready for postseason

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2 killed, 4 injured in multi-vehicle wreck on I-285 East in DeKalb

Football rankings: Prince Avenue holds onto No. 1 despite loss

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Rep. Gaetz says he will seek to oust McCarthy as speaker this week

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Chicago is keeping hundreds of migrants at airports while waiting on shelters and tents

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Trump slams Pa. voter registration change, echoes 2020 election clashes

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The Supreme Court's new term starts Monday. Here's what you need to know

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Connecticut enacts its most sweeping gun control law since the Sandy Hook shooting

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Powerball jackpot rises to $1.04 billion after another drawing without a big winner

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Apple will fix software problems blamed for making iPhone 15 models too hot to handle

Federal agency sues Chipotle after manager allegedly ripped off an employee's hijab

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Biden White House puts up outdoor birthday card, candles for Jimmy Carter4h ago

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Congressman triggers fire alarm during vote on federal spending bill

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LISTEN: A surprise decision means Trump will be tried in Fulton County

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House passes bill to avert shutdown after McCarthy appeals to Democrats23h ago

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Biden sees prime opportunity in Deion Sanders-coached matchup on Atlanta TV

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Federal judge sends four Trump defendants back to Fulton County court

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First Trump co-defendant pleads guilty in Fulton election case

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Treasury secretary visits Georgia, warns of government shutdown fallout

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Jimmy Carter birthday weekend: How Georgia is celebrating

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Rare ‘Dumbo’ octopus spotted near Hawaiian waters

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Forget Paris — here are five lesser known romantic destinations around the world

Piedmont announces 23rd annual Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon

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Alpharetta Chamber planning first business summit

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Agriculture program connecting community one seed at a time

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Fundraiser to help struggling readers runs Oct. 21

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Gwinnett Chamber announces 2024 journey leadership class

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Tommy Futch, who left mark on Atlanta comedy, dies from cancer

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One of Georgia’s highest ranked beaches is actually a lakeside getaway

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GDC: Georgia correctional officer slain by inmate

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U.S. senators launch inquiry into poor conditions at subsidized apartments

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Homicide pace continues to slow in Atlanta

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STUDY: Police should limit pursuits, consider harm to public

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‘Passing Strange’ follows a Black prodigal son who returns one day late21h ago

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Local dance performance will let audience determine plot twists via app

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Aerosmith 2023 dates postponed after Steven Tyler suffers larynx fracture

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Review: Terminus Modern Ballet opens new performance site with stellar show

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‘Lost Girl’ playwright directs Emory production about Wendy post-Neverland

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More than 15 metro Atlanta October food and drink events to check out

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Are you ready to take your news experience to a whole new level? Join us for a live virtual demonstration session that will show you how to take advantage of your subscription benefits. Hosted by...

Oct 6

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Braves Report Live: NLDS Preview

The Braves are back in the postseason and are one of the favorites to win the World Series. In this exclusive taping of the AJC's Braves Report podcast, our team will discuss if the Braves can avoid another upset in...

Nov 9

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Aging in Atlanta

Join the Atlanta-Journal Constitution for a fun and informative event on aging well in Atlanta! Local experts will cover all the hot topics, from winter activities to asset protection. Get the resources you need to...

Sep 28

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The Big Payback

On Oct. 1, millions of Americans — including many Georgians — will be required to begin paying their federal student loans after a three-year pause instituted during the COVID-19 pandemic. What’s the path forward for...

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Cartersville Fall Guide

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